Nothing says summer like pretty pink flamingos, so we’ve created this super simple DIY No-Sew Flamingo Lumbar Pillow to fill the void. Read it here and be creative!
Hi Guys! It’s Erin from Francois et Moi here today with a fun and summery lumbar pillow project you can whip up in just an afternoon!
I love keeping my space fresh and current with throw pillows from season to season. They’re inexpensive and simple to switch out as one season fades into the next.
And now that summer is in high gear, I’ve totally got flamingos on the brain.
And I know Ashley does too considering she also created a DIY Flamingo Ring Toss Game and Flamingo macarons.
So this is why we now have a tutorial for an easy flamingo lumbar pillow!
The best part is that a sewing machine isn’t required. It’s a no-sew project like our no-sew handkerchief, no-sew apron, and a no-sew infinity scarf.
To me, nothing says summer like a pretty pink flamingo, so I’ve created this super simple DIY No-Sew Flamingo Lumbar Pillow to fill the void!
Materials And Tools Needed To Make A DIY No-Sew Flamingo Lumbar Pillow
3 sheets of inkjet iron-on transfer paper for light fabric
Inkjet printer
Scissors
Lumbar pillow cover — We used the IKEA VITFJÄRIL lumbar pillow cover but there are other great cases like this linen throw pillow. We’ll be using the backside of the cover as the face of the pillow.
Iron
How To Make A DIY No-Sew Flamingo Lumbar Pillow
1 — Print 3 copies of the flamingo PDF on iron transfer paper, then carefully cut out each of the 3 flamingos so there’s only a 1/8” border around the flamingo.
2 — Place the flamingos in a row equally spaced and face down on the backside of the pillow. (The side without the pleating.)
Set your iron to the highest setting without steam. Iron the flamingos for 60 seconds each giving special attention to corners and edges.
3 — Let the flamingos cool completely, and carefully peel off the paper backing on each of them.
Stuff the cover with a pillow form and lounge away!
The pillow cover’s lightweight, linen-esque fabric makes it the perfect summer backdrop to the flamingo motifs!
How To Take Care Of Your Throw Pillow
And it’s that easy!
The end result is a pretty and feminine lumbar pillow that satisfies the summer flamingo craving in all of us.
And don’t worry, the pillow cover is washable in cold water so you can actually use it.
Just make sure to turn it inside out before popping it into your washing machine!
If you’re looking for more cute DIY pillow projects, see some of my favorites below!
- DIY Pattern Throw Pillows
- DIY Liquid Gold Ombre Pillowcases to Spruce up Your Home
- No-Sew Envelope Pillows Made from Napkins
- Shibori Tie Dye: DIY Shibori Throw Pillow
DIY No Sew Flamingo Lumbar Pillow
Equipment
- Scissors
- Iron
- Inkjet printer
Materials
- 3 sheets inkjet iron-on transfer paper for light fabric
- Flamingo printable
- Lumbar pillow cover
Instructions
- Print 3 copies of the flamingo PDF on iron transfer paper, then carefully cut out each of the 3 flamingos so there’s only a 1/8” border around the flamingo.
- Place the flamingos in a row equally spaced and face down on the backside of the pillow. (The side without the pleating.) Set your iron to the highest setting without steam. Iron the flamingos for 60 seconds each giving special attention to corners and edges.
- Let the flamingos cool completely, and carefully peel off the paper backing on each of them.Stuff the cover with a pillow form and lounge away!
Be sure to share your DIY No-Sew Flamingo Lumbar Pillow with us on Instagram using the hashtag #sugarandclothloves, so we can follow along, too! We always love seeing all of your creations!
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Thank you so much, HieuJa for your kind words!
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Very nice
This is the cutest!!
xo, Kait.
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This is amazing! I’m gonna try it on the weekend, thanks so much for the tutorial:)
Wow, this is just adorable! I love flamingos! Thanks for the tutorial.
This is amazing! I absolutely love this pillow!
This is brilliant!!! cuteeee flamingo pillows!
Rachel x
thehappybits.blogspot.com
I love the flamingos! Super cute!
Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com
If it has a flamingo on it I always seem to want it. And this is brilliant, will be going on my to do list! Thanku for being so clever.
What an adorable room. Love the pillow.
Rachel | http://www.currentlyrachel.com
Love the possibilities on this! Thanks for sharing.